Simbrinza is a medication used to treat high eye pressure for those with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. This medication works best for open-angle glaucoma. Simbrinza reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, and blindness with those with high eye pressure. Simbrinza is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor that works by decreasing the amount of fluid in the eye. Less fluid reduces the pressure in the eye and improves glaucoma symptoms.

Always read the medication instructions before using this medication.
Always follow your doctor’s directions.

• Shake the bottle well before each dose and remove content lenses before using eye drops.
• Do not touch the dropper tip to your eye
• Tilt your head back and look upward, pulling down the lower lid to create a pouch. Hold the dropper above the eye and place a drop in the pouch.
• Look downward and close your eyes, placing one finger at the corner of your eye near the nose.
• Apply pressure to this area for one to two minutes
• Repeat this step for the other eye
• Do not rinse the dropper tip

Make sure to tell your doctor:

• If you have any drug or other allergies.
• If you regularly drink alcohol or consume marijuana products
• If you take any other prescription or over-the-counter medications.
• If you have a medical history of blood vessel diseases, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, or low blood pressure.
• Your vision may become temporarily blurred after use, so do not drive or use machinery until you can do it safely.
• If you are pregnant or planning on pregnancy.
• If you are breast-feeding.

Common side effects of Simbrinza:

• Eye discomfort (itching, redness, and discharge)
• Dry eyes
• Feeling like something is in your eye
• Dry mouth
• Dry eyes
• Bitter taste in your mouth
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Tiredness
• Headache

If you have any of the following side effects, seek medical help:

• Fainting
• Slow or irregular heartbeat
• Signs of an allergic reaction (swelling of the face, tongue, or throat)
• Trouble breathing

How often should Simbrinza be used?

Always follow your doctor's instructions when starting a new medication. Generally. Simbrinza is used three times a day to prevent glaucoma. You cannot overdose on Simbrinza, but it is harmful if swallowed.

Can I use other eye drops if I’m using Simbrinza?

Yes! If you are using another kind of eye medication, wait at least 5 minutes after using Simbrinza to use your other eye drops.